Cut out pieces of paper the size of the scissor blades. They don’t need to be exact, but the closer the better.

Use some E6000 to adhere the paper to the scissor blades.

Be sure to get the E6000 all the way to the edges. Trust me on this.

Using a nail file or some sandpaper, sand off the excess paper. Sand down (i.e. towards the metal).

See how much nicer that looks?

Move to a “safe” surface (I used a junky old IKEA cutting board) and apply an even thin layer of Dimensional Magic to one of the scissor blades. (Dimensional Magic is a little bit fickle. Be sure to read all the tips and tricks over on Mod Podge Rocks before you start to make your experience a successful one!)

Let it dry for at least 3 hours and then flip it over to do the other blade.

The Dimensional Magic dries clear.

I had a happy little accident when I discovered that disposable icing bags were a perfect fit for the scissors.

I tied them with some ribbon and tags (I used the print & cut option on my Silhouette), but you can make them however you want.

And I solemnly swear that I will publicly thank teachers for the rest of my life. Starting next year.

I am glad to find a Dollar Tree addict like me! Over half the decorating in my house involves something from there…LOL! These are great because teachers can always use more scissors and when someone else wanders off with them, they are easily found!

Never would have though! I think I'm going to make some for my mom with paper that says "MOM'S SCISSORS!" because hers always go missing amongst kids doing homework!Anyway, what I really want to know is if there is anywhere locally I can pick up those wet erase chalkboard markers. I'm doing a chalkboard paint project and I am not a chalk fan (too messy). But I don't really have time (patience) to order something online. Know anywhere?

I had to laugh when I saw the decorated scissors. Is there anything a crafter won't touch. You better believe I'm going to be trying this at home…which makes me laugh all the harder. Next on the list? The toilet! Lol! Seriously LOVE this project. I don't have the dimensional stuff yet, but it's going on the shopping list.

Uber cool. Lots of gift giving opportunities here, not just for teachers. But good for teachers since they usually hate the gifts they get (mugs and candles specifically). I can't imagine anyone would hate one of these. If nothing else, you know it's yours!

I love this idea, and the scissors are adorable. I actually think that I’m going to make them for myself. Thanks!

But be sure to check with your school’s handbook before sending anything sharp in with your child, gift or not. Schools have zero tolerance policies in place now. My 5th grader took in a pair of small plastic crafting scissors with scalloped edges to make paper bracelets with her friends. We were told by the principal that if they were a quarter of an inch longer, they would have had no choice but to expel.

My daughters loved picking out the papers I should use for their teachers and their specials (PE, Library, Computers, Music, Art, and for one of them her speech teacher and classroom para-educator.) Sure I’m making several pairs, but they are so awesome and don’t cost too much. I’m keeping a set for myself too. My girls are excited to take the scissors to their teachers.
I bought some super-duper glue like yours, but couldn’t find dimension magic mod podge, so I just used the regular kind. The first side is drying as I type. I plan on fixing up the other side tomorrow. My scissors are all just boring black because I only had time to go to BigLots instead of Dollar Tree and their $1 scissors were all black.
We picked out music notes paper, baseball, tie dye, and several black and white and red swirled paper (school colors are white, black, and red.)

My first batch of glued papers are drying now. I can be a little bit of a neat freak and used the corner of the cardboard paper the glue was in to spread. Also wondering how you managed to get the cuts so perfect on your paper? Did you align them on the top and then sandpaper the bottom only, or on top and bottom, and how long did you wait before you did that?

Your scissors are so cute I had to try them!! And really cheap when you consider $1 for scissors and $10 for the glue and dimensional magic! Love them and I’m sure our teachers will too!!

Char,
You’re so creative! Cute tag/saying and a great way to personalize the scissors. All beautiful! I want to try making some with the saying on the scissors. I need to get some of that Modge Podge Demensional Magic. I love gifts that are functional too. – Victoria (@obSEUSSed)

I just made a couple of pairs of scissors. I added the teacher’s name to one side and my daughter’s name and the year to the other side. I didn’t have any Dimensional Magic on hand, just regular old Glossy Mod Podge. I just applied several layers. They are so cute! THANK YOU for the idea and tute!

Somehow I missed these the first time around – GASP! Thankfully you posted the Top 11 in 11 and I got to see them now. My kids are grown and gone, but I’m planning to go on a scrapbooking/sewing retreat with friends in a couple of weeks and I’m going to make these to bring for everybody. I know it will knock their socks off! Thank you so much for sharing your creativity with us.

Hi, I’m so happy to come across this website and can’t wait to make the scissors. My question: can I use another adhesive or even use those new patterned duct tape on the scissors? I am having trouble finding E6000. Thank you.

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